Sweden visa requirements for Ivorians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Ivorians visiting Sweden

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Swedish Visa.

  • An original Ivorian International passport with at least six (6) months validity with two or more blank pages for entry and exit stamps.
  • Filled out and signed application form.
  • Two passport-sized photos taken not more than the last six months with a white background.
  • Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.
  • Medical travel insurance.
  • Bank statement from the past 3months.
  • Employment letter if travelling for employment.
  • Hotel reservations or accommodation.
  • Personal invitation if visiting friends or family.

Sweden Visa for Ivorians

Facts about Sweden

Sweden is a nation with thousands of coastal islands and inland lakes. Lots of tourists who visit the country usually try their hands at skiing and dog sledding as there are a lot of snow parks and resorts to trying out the adventure. There is an abundance of museums and historical sites at which tourists can bask in the rich history if the country.

Tourism in Sweden has been developing at a very steady pace in recent years as the number of tourists who visit the country yearly has been increasing. On average, Sweden receives 24.6 million tourists yearly. The Swedish government is doing her best to develop tourism in the country with 7.1% of household income being spent on domestic tourism.

The capital of Sweden Stockholm is built on 14 islands and possesses more than 50 bridges. The best time for tourists to visit the country is during the winter months with mild weather.

Types of Sweden Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Student visa within 3 months 90 days and above
Business visa within 15 days 90 days
Tourist visa within 15 days 90 days

General Requirements for Sweden Visa

  • An original Ivorian International passport with at least six (6) months validity with two or more blank pages for entry and exit stamps.
  • Filled out and signed application form.
  • Two passport-sized photos taken not more than the last six months with a white background.
  • Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.
  • Medical travel insurance.
  • Bank statement from the past 3months.
  • Employment letter if travelling for employment.
  • Hotel reservations or accommodation.
  • Personal invitation if visiting friends or family.
Sweden Student visa Sweden Business visa Sweden Tourist visa

Sweden Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Student visa is issued to Ivorian nationals who are looking forward to visiting the country for educational purposes. They must, however, be admitted to a full-time accredited university for studies in Sweden.
  • The Student visa can be issued for short-stay of 90 days.
  • Foreigners whose course of study is very short or under 90 days will not be eligible for residence permit application in Sweden.
  • The students who are travelling to Sweden for more than three months will require visa and residence permits to stay in the country throughout their course duration.
  • Students can work while they are pursuing their education from Sweden.
  • There is no upper limit to the number of hours a student can work for.
  • Students who have completed their studies from Sweden can apply for and get an extension of their Residence Permit for 6 months to seek suitable employment.
  • Once the student has an appropriate job, s/he would be required to have a Work Permit for Sweden.
  • Your visa fee might vary depending on the nationality you are applying from.
  • The visa fee is to be paid directly to the Swedish consulate/embassy in your country.
  • Students can also seek Residence Permit to start their own business in Sweden.
  • A student is required to mandatorily complete a minimum study of 40 hours a week.
  • People who are applying for the Swedish student visa must have paid the first instalment of the tuition fees for their course of study.
  • You must have valid supporting documentation to support your residence permit application.
  • Applicants must have a valid passport with a validity of minimum six months.
  • They must possess a letter of admission from the university that has offered you admission in its course of study and must also provide proof of your financial ability so as to support themselves financially during the course of study in Sweden.
  • In case the students are to stay in Sweden for a period of less than one year, you must have comprehensive health insurance and will need to provide its proof.
  • You must fully intend to leave Sweden at the end of your course of study.
  • Documents in Arabic should be translated to English or Swedish.

Sweden Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Business visa is required in order to abide by the Swedish immigration policies when visiting Sweden for business purposes.
  • Swedish business visa is a permit for staying for a short period of time in Sweden for business.
  • The visa gives you access to visit Sweden for 30 days, 90 days, or longer duration.
  • This visa is one of the various visa categories for visiting Sweden.
  • The Swedish business visa gives you the liberty of visiting other European Union countries that belong to Schengen states but you must visit Sweden first before travelling to the other 25 Schengen states.
  • Your visa must be paid to the Swedish embassy/consulate in your country.
  • Visa fee might vary depending on the country or region you are applying for a visa from.
  •  You must be able to cater for your expenses in Sweden. The figures from the Swedish embassy is SEK 450 per day for the rest of your stay in Sweden.
  • You must possess a certificate of Travel health insurance, your insurance plan must worth € 30,000 and last for your duration of visit in Sweden.
  • Document of accommodation. This could be an invitation letter from a host in Sweden or a hotel booking confirmation.
  • People are expected to provide an invitation letter from Swedish Organisation which will be addressed to the consulate, and this letter should state the type of business that you would be involved in when you visit Sweden – meeting, negotiation, contract, and so on.
  • The letterhead should bear the identity and name of the Swedish company involved and the period the business will last for. Your invitation letter should also introduce you to the consulate.
  • You must intend to leave at/before the expiration of your visa stay.
  • Documents in Arabic should be translated to English or Swedish language.

Sweden Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to foreign nationals who are travelling to Sweden for the purpose of leisure and tourism.
  • If you have been invited to Sweden by a friend or relative living in the country, you can apply for this visa.
  • This visa is usually issued for 90 days of duration being a short-stay visa.
  • As Sweden is a part of the Schengen countries, you can tour around other 25 Schengen countries with this visa, having initially visiting Sweden before transiting to other Schengen countries with this visa.
  • An official letter of invitation is required if you are visiting someone in Sweden. The letter must state the relationship between you and the host and the duration of your visit.
  • A letter from your employer in Ivory Coast should be provided. The letter must state your job position, salary level, and length of employment.
  • During your time in the country, you are not allowed to receive payment for services you render in the country.
  • You are not to overstay your visa period, violation of the rule, incurs a serious penalty.
  • Non-Ivorians residing in Ivory Coast are required to provide a copy of their Ivorian residence permit.
  • Minors travelling with one or none of their parents are required to present a copy of their birth certificate and a notarized consent signed by both their parents.
  • Proof of ties in Ivory Coast should be provided.
  • All the forms are to be filled in either Swedish and English.

Sweden Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Student visa

67.00 (USD)

Business visa

67.00 (USD)

Tourist visa

67.00 (USD)

Sweden Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Ivory Coast

Location

Address

Abidjan

Swedish Honorary Consulate in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire Near John Paul II roundabout Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire

consulatesuede@aviso.ci

(+225) 808 682 4422

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to eat Swedish delicacies?

The risk of getting food poisoning in Sweden is very limited compared to another country.


Is it safe in Sweden?

Sweden is an absolutely safe country to travel. Violent crime is pretty rare, though little reports are heard, but it is so uncommon in the country. 

What is Sweden known for?
Sweden is famous for its openness, Vikings and Music. Sweden is a country you can be welcome whole-heartedly and embrace people with all sorts of different views and backgrounds.

Do I need a visa to travel to Sweden?

As an Ivorian citizen, you need a visa to enter Sweden except for the EU countries are granted visa-free.

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